“An endearing adventure of the Arnold Pent family who followed an unconventional path as what some have called ‘the first modern homeschool family.’
“In the early 1950s, Arnold Pent, Jr., and his wife Persis took their eight children out of public schools and began a million mile journey throughout the US and Canada together. Along the way, they presented their gospel message in churches, schools, and wherever they had opportunity. Central to the family’s daily practice was in-depth Bible reading, study, and memorization. Their public programs featured music, preaching, scripture recitation, and always encouraged families to read the Bible together.
“The book was written by Arnold Pent III, the third child, who compiled it when he was 21 from his journals written as a teenager. A great story for those interested in home education, family discipleship, and evangelism.”
Title: Ten P’s in a Pod
Author: Arnold Pent III
Genre(s): Christian Nonfiction/Biographical
Romance Content: N/A
Recommended age range: 5 (as read-aloud) — 100!
My Rating: ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ (five stars)
My Review:
I had seen a review of this book which made me quite eager to read it, and imagine my delight when a friend offered to lend it to me not long after that! Ten P’s in a Pod did not disappoint.
The Pent family’s diligence in reading the Bible was refreshing and inspiring, and their dedication in preaching and sharing the Gospel around the U.S. and Canada with obstacles that to many would seem insurmountable was commendable. There were some funny moments as well as serious times recounted, which made it an excellent book. I think this book would be a great family read-aloud or simply an encouraging read for an individual. Highly recommended!
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I really wanna read it!!
I hadn’t heard of this book before your post, Leona – sounds like a very strong, loving family. Thanks for expanding my to-read list! 🙂
Oh, we really like this book too! My dad read it to us when we were little, I’ve read it to myself, and more recently I read it aloud to my sisters. It’s a good book!
It does make a great read-aloud! My mom read it to our family several years ago, and we all really enjoyed it.
Wonderful!! I’m glad you liked it, too! 🙂
Oh, yes! This book was so fun and interesting to read! (It also helped me realize I wasn’t spending enough time in the Word.) I’m glad you also enjoyed it, Leona!